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Program Overview

The Ontario/Rhône-Alpes (ORA) Summer Language Program is a short-term study abroad option designed for full-time degree students interested in exploring French culture and improving their French language skills.

Program Details

• Who: Undergraduate and graduate students
• Where: France
• When: Summer
• How long: 4 weeks
• For academic credit: Yes
• GPA requirement: 1.6 cGPA

Program Fees and Financial Assistance

• Application fee: No ($60 ILOP fee for successful applicants)
• Program fee: See program fees
• Costs borne by student: Travel documentation, flights, accommodation, meals, insurance
• Tuition: Payable to partner institution
• Financial assistance: $1,200 scholarship

Eligibility and Application

• There is no French-language prerequisite for successful participation in the Summer Language Program.
• Classes are offered at various levels, including beginners' level.
• Students must apply for an International Letter of Permission (Arts and Science students only) to earn a 3.0 unit FREN transfer credit.
• Students outside of the Faculty of Arts and Science must connect with their faculty office to determine the process of transferring this credit.

Application Deadline

• Application deadline: February 13, 2026 @ 4:00 pm EST

Program Description

The program includes an extracurricular program as well as excursions to places of interest in the region, offering a unique and enjoyable learning experience in the classroom.